Configuration and Data Management Specialist Featured

Location:	Brisbane
Category:	Engineering / Technical
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1913115
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The Opportunity -

The Wakulda System is a world-leading Air Defence C2 System. It is a network-centric ground-based air surveillance and control system, which supports C4ISR capabilities to conduct surveillance and air battlespace management missions.  Boeing is responsible for delivering spiral upgrades over the next five years in a fast paced, agile and responsive development and sustainment environment, while maximizing mission availability for the Australian Defence Force.  Come and join one of the most innovative programs in BDA, pushing the boundaries on the art of the possible as we transform Australias leading air battlespace management system.

BDA is looking for a Configuration & Data Management Specialist to join the Engineering Strategy & Ops team. We are focused on creating Engineering excellence through collaboration, culture, and strategic initiatives that will enable the workforce.  In this role you will apply Configuration Management principles to effectively manage engineering change activities and effectively control project data to support program execution.

This role is based in Brisbane, Queensland.

As a Configuration & Data Management Specialist within BDA, you will

• Manage and maintain the programs product definition and design data, technical baselines, engineering changes, and current approved configuration in the configuration status accounting tool/s.
• Perform lifecycle management of engineering changes including participation in the Change Control Boards, product technical design reviews and configuration audits.
• Control the receipt, registration, protection, release, distribution, handling and storage of project data and support secure data transfer activities.
• Maintain controls to meet security, trade control and intellectual property requirements.
• Maintain the health of the Product Lifecycle Management system including the management of access restrictions, account approval and data audits.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of configuration and data management standards and processes, and support mentoring and training on the programs Product Lifecycle Management tool.
• Assist with the retention, archival and disposal requirements of stored records and data.
• Effectively interface with project team members, the customer and key stakeholders.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Formal Configuration Management training / certification is desired;
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role, preferable within a related industry.
• Knowledge and understanding of industry configuration management standards such as ANSI/EIA-649, EIA-649_1, MIL-HDBK-61 and EIA-836
• Well-developed communication skills to work collaboratively to a high standard within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Working knowledge of a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Configuration Status Accounting Tool

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

Whats on offer?

Boeing values the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work. 

Other benefits:

• Work on cutting edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms.
• Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.
• Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning.
• Formal reward and recognition program.
• Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation.
• Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave.
• Salary packaging options available.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program.
• Social and community groups. 

BDA works with strong links with our global Boeing community and we strongly encourage collaboration with our international counterparts.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans are encouraged to apply.

If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please click Apply Now.